Your editor has been digging out images from slides and pictures from many decades shot and scanned from my snap-happy father. I had rediscovered them after my better half purchased a scanner for all of them to be saved forever. I will always thank her for that. Parsing through them over several…
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East meets west, and we're all winners. Now is one of the better times in human history. It is much easier to get around, compared to decades past. Technology is, let's face it, amazing. And, in many cases, prices are aimed at nearly everyone's pocket. Yes, the world is generally…
Travel is surely one of the best things on the planet, isn't it? And seeing as much of the planet as we can is certainly at the top of the list for most people. You're here with us fellow travelers for example, so that statement must be accurate, right? With so many…
When the world is spinning around, let's make the best of what's still around. And Lagos is certainly that. Lagos, Nigeria, is a vibrant, buzzing mega-city that pulsates with energy. While it has its well-known attractions, there are plenty of unusual and fun experiences that delve deeper into its unique culture and offer something…
Is it a rail station? Or is it a portal? Why don't they get in the queue like the rest of us? Oh yes, we forgot: freedom. The presence of a U.S. Navy entrance at a Tokyo station, specifically referring to Yokosuka, is a result of the post-World War II security alliance between the…
We're forever curious, especially if history is in the conversation. Lately, for us anyway, it feels like the world is opening its virtual kimono: there is so much new information and content appearing all across social media. Our choice is consuming "the real thing" rather than memes and sites like TikTok. …
We asked Gemini when was the last time that the earth and its humans were at peace with each other? Tragically, it didn't provide the answer that we'd hoped, but we'd had little hope to begin with to be honest. The AI tool offered. It's difficult, if not impossible, to pinpoint a specific "last…
These days, we get the feeling that, due to some countries and their so-called leaders, the rest of the world is on pins and needles. Just what we need is more war, right? Every so often, though, there are rays of sunshine that break through to shine a light on simple goodness. …
How can you possible go wrong with this one? An annual kite-flying festival held from April 20 to 25 in Weifang, China. Weifang, Shandong, China is known as the kite capital of the world and when you get a glimpse of some of the entries, you'll be booking your trip there as well. (See below…
We were looking through some family photos the other day, mostly of my mother and father. They came from a place in Europe where money was scarce in the post-war 1950's. But they still endured. Eventually they ended up in the USA. But they never wasted a moment in living their lives…
. . it should be good enough for you, too.
Spain (and most Latin countries) love their meat. The more the better. But what if you're not a carnivore and find yourself going without, or perhaps just a cold plate of beans and some indifferent vegetables. That's the way it used to…
Lesotho? Lesooto? Pity the poor gate agents or travel agents when they realise that they are not up to speed on this rather nice country. Luh·soo·too is the correct way to say it. But, no matter how you say it, it's nice and it's genuinely a find that will get your friends jumping…
As of this posting, the world is still grappling with the herkie jerky activities of the United States president. We won't waste any time on that, but will aim our focus on other ways to while away the hours until he goes away. There are plenty of other places to go if you…
Won't you let me take you on a TUI cruise?
Anyone remember that hit? We say this all the time, but we really mean it. We're super lucky to have been able to build a super group of affiliate partners. They're diverse and ever-changing. It certainly makes our job easier and more…
Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. That will be us all eventually. Even with a stiff wind and the best intentions, activities, adventures and endeavors will still be championed by champions of business and commerce. Chests held high, faces into the wind, these hearty individuals will damn the torpedoes to a new…
Even though we're not exactly huge fans anymore, given that our grown-up teens are now into their twenties and thirties, there is still some alure to Las Vegas, a place we used to go (and take them) many times and many decades ago. It's a place that's easy to get to, a place where…
You are not just a nationality, but a citizen of the world. You are not just for the right or left, but for what is right over the wrong.
“The falls are a reminder that nature always finds a way,” according to Journey Era.
“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.” – Buddha
Theopetra Cave served as a refuge for humans for thousands of years, including as a shelter during wartime and even as stables.